Fixed Prosthodontic: Bite Registration Lecture

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What is the purpose of a proper bite registration in fixed prosthodontics?

  • To enhance the esthetic outcome of the prosthesis
  • To reduce the time required for prosthodontic procedures
  • To minimize the cost of prosthodontic treatment
  • To stabilize the relationship between prepared and unprepared teeth in the same arch (correct)

What technique involves heating and folding a strip of wax to create a block of semi-soft wax for bite registration?

  • Mounting on the articulator
  • Rehearsing the closure with the patient
  • Selecting a key point at occlusion
  • Using a pink base plate wax technique (correct)

Why is it important to verify a correct and complete closure during the rehearsal for bite registration?

  • To save time during prosthodontic procedures
  • To prevent errors in orienting the dies and unprepared teeth (correct)
  • To minimize the number of occlusal bubbles on the casts
  • To ensure that the patient understands the procedure

What is the most ideal situation for using full arch casts in fixed prosthodontics?

<p>When enough teeth are present to stabilize their relationship without needing a bite registration (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main purpose of mounting on the articulator in fixed prosthodontics?

<p>To stabilize the relationship between prepared and unprepared teeth (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Flashcards

Bite Registration Purpose

The process of keeping the relationship between prepared and unprepared teeth in the same arch steady during fixed prosthodontic procedures.

Pink Base Plate Wax

A technique used for bite registration where a strip of wax is heated and folded to create a block of semi-soft wax.

Verifying Closure

Making sure the upper and lower teeth come together correctly during the practice session for bite registration.

Full Arch Cast Ideal Use

Using a full arch cast is ideal when teeth are sufficient to keep their position stable without needing a bite registration.

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Mounting on Articulator

A key step in fixed prosthodontics where the relationship between prepared and unprepared teeth is stabilized.

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